City Council Puts Education Levy on the Ballot, Expands Shelter Capacity, and Grapples with...
On Monday, the Seattle City Council adopted several pieces of legislation related to land use, housing, education, and the environment. While the education levy...
Seattle Expands Free Transit Passes to All Middle Schoolers
Seattle is now offering all public middle school students in Seattle free transit passes through the ORCA Opportunity program. This builds upon a program...
Ferguson Pushes Budget Cuts as Washington Legislature Seeks New Revenue
With the baton passing from Jay Inslee to Bob Ferguson, Washington’s governor has placed more emphasis on fiscal austerity to solve the state's looming budget deficit. But some lawmakers are intent on raising new revenue to avoid deep cuts to social programs.
An Interview with Seattle’s Chief Librarian, Tom Fay
From robotic kiosks to essential and safe Third Places, Seattle's Libraries chart a path to the future.
Op-Ed: Two Simple Steps to Save Schools by Taxing the Rich
Get Seattle’s biggest businesses to ante up $5 million now to prevent school closures, then get the Washington State Legislature to pass a wealth tax on the super-rich, enabling Washington’s public schools to thrive.
Sunday Video: The Best Kindergarten You’ve Ever Seen
Architect Takaharu Tezuka showcases his design for a kindergarten where kids are encouraged to be kids. His approach and thinking expands the possibilities of...
Seattle Officials Tout Safety, Mental Health Interventions for New School Year
City and school officials promise a tangible change in safety and student supports when the new school year begins. But they're delivering fewer mental health investments than student groups requested.
Seattle City Code Requires We Pave Over Playgrounds, But We Could Change That
The Washington State Legislature is in ongoing legal trouble for failing to properly fund schools. The City of Seattle has many solemn commitments to...